Tikipunga High School

Secondary (Years 9-13, approx age 13-17)

TIKIPUNGA HIGH SCHOOL is a coeducational, state, day school, catering for students from Year 7-year 13 with a roll of approximatively 500 students, of which 85 % are Maori. Founded in 1971, Tikipunga High School is located on the north-eastern boundary of the city of Whangarei. The school motto is "tukua o punga" which means "cast your nets". Our aim is for each student to reach their personal potential and be meaningful and productive members of society. The school values the uniqueness of each individual. Tikipunga High School has a roll small enough to ensure that the learning environment is personalised, class sizes are small and teachers know their students, yet large enough to offer a variety of opportunities and a relevant, interesting curriculum.

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Accommodation

Many overseas students choose
Northland because of its warm climate. It’s known in New Zealand as the ‘winterless
north’. The area has beautiful beaches, forests, lakes and rivers. Māori culture is rich
and vibrant.

Whangarei, Northland’s largest centre, means ‘cherished harbour’ and
the small coastal town certainly lives up to its name.

Northland is a popular
holiday destination for Aucklanders who fish, dive and sail in the stunning Bay of
Islands. Take a cruise and you’ll almost always see dolphins.

Northland is where
European history in New Zealand began and there are fascinating historic Māori and
European settler sites to visit.